Quick facts
- Brand: IRWIN
- Price: USD 16.99
- Rating: 4.70 (3207 reviews)
When your project calls for crisp, flat-bottomed holes—like hinge cups, recesses, or fine joinery—a quality Forstner bit makes all the difference. The IRWIN Marples 1-1/2″ Forstner Bit is designed to drill flat-bottomed and pocket holes in significantly less time than traditional Forstner bits, helping you work faster without giving up control.
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Its optimized ultra-sharp knife edge design is engineered to cut smoothly through both hard and soft woods, producing a fine, smooth finish that’s especially useful for visible cabinetry work. A reduced shank lets it fit 3/8″ and larger drills and drill presses, making it an easy match for common shop setups.
- Drills flat-bottomed and pocket holes in significantly less time than traditional Forstner bits
- Optimized ultra-sharp knife edge design for smooth cutting in hard and soft woods
- Produces high-quality holes with a fine, smooth finish
- Reduced shank fits 3/8″ and larger drills and drill presses
- Ideal for fine woodworking, cabinet-making, and more
Quick specs: 1.5-inch cutting diameter, straight shank, 2 flutes, brushed finish. Sold as 1 piece.











